Ryan Gosling's five must-watch films on the actors' birthday

Ryan Gosling is among the top actors in Hollywood, stealing hearts with his svelte looks and brilliant performances. The actor was born on November 12, 1980, and turns 39 today! On the occasion of his birthday here are a few of his must-watch films.

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The Big Short

Directed by Adam McKay, the film has a stellar star cast of Christian Bale, Steve Carell, and Ryan Gosling with others. It is set in 2006-2007, where a group of investors bet against the US mortgage market. In their research, they discover how flawed and corrupt the market is. Ryan played the role of Jaret Vennett, a banker. Adam MacKay won Academy Award for Best Writing Adapted Screenplay.

The Notebook

Consider as one of the best romantic drama movies The Notebook stars Ryan Gosling and Rachel McAdams as lead pair. The story revolves around a poor yet passionate young man falls in love with a rich young woman, giving her a sense of freedom. But they are soon separated because of their social differences. Ryan was seen as Noah, while Rachel played the role of rich woman Allie. Their chemistry was praised by many and they received several awards.

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Drive

Ryan Gosling was seen playing a Hollywood stuntman who gets involved in a crime and gets stuck in a dirty gangster business. The crime drama was directed by Nicolas Winding Refn. The movie also stars Bryan Cranston, Oscar Isaac, Albert Brooks, and Carey Mulligan. Several critics listed Drive as one of the best films of 2011, including the National Board of Review. Its accolades include a nomination for Best Sound Editing at the 84th Academy Awards.

The Nice Guys

Set in 1977 Los Angeles, a private eye Holland March teams up with a hired enforcer Jackson Harley to find a young woman who disappeared mysteriously. Their investigation takes them to dark places, and their case keeps becoming hard to solve. Ryan Gosling played Holland March and Russell Crowe was seen as Jackson Harley. Directed by Shane Black, it was a comedy-action-crime film.

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La La Land

Ryan Gosling’s most beloved recent films is La La Land. The plot revolves around a pianist and an actress fall in love while attempting to make their career in Los Angeles. he comedy-drama musical stars Ryan Gosling and Emma Stone as the lead pair. Their charming chemistry on the silver screen stole many hearts. The movie won several award nominations.

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